Grayslake Central Turkey Trot
- Date Sun 16th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Grayslake, Illinois
- Price $47.03
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Grayslake Central Turkey Trot, happening on Sunday, November 16th, 2025, at Grayslake Central High School in Lake County! This exciting 5K run/walk is not just a fantastic way to kick off the holiday season, but also an opportunity to support the high school’s athletic programs. Participants will race along the GCHS track, with the event starting bright and early at 9 a.m.
Celebrate your achievements as the top 3 male and female finishers receive coveted trophies, while medals will be awarded to the top 3 in each age group category. Don’t forget to register early to secure your preferred shirt size and receive a complimentary drawstring bag! Packet pickup will take place on the Saturday before the race and on race day, starting at 7:30 a.m. Join the fun and camaraderie at this community-centered event, where every step you take supports the future of local athletics!
Celebrate your achievements as the top 3 male and female finishers receive coveted trophies, while medals will be awarded to the top 3 in each age group category. Don’t forget to register early to secure your preferred shirt size and receive a complimentary drawstring bag! Packet pickup will take place on the Saturday before the race and on race day, starting at 7:30 a.m. Join the fun and camaraderie at this community-centered event, where every step you take supports the future of local athletics!
Organiser's Description
The GCHS Booster Club Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk will take place at Grayslake Central High School. The race starts and ends on the GCHS track. All proceeds will help support the high school athletic program financial needs throughout the year.
The top 3 Male and 3 Female finishers overall will receive trophies.
Medals will be given for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group category.
Register early to get your preferred shirt size; shirt size not guaranteed after October 17th. Each registrant will also receive a drawstring bag.
PACKET PICKUP
Walk toward the field and track from the parking lot.
The Fieldhouse doors are on the left (glass foyer) as you approach the field.
The 1st Packet Pick up will take place on the Saturday before the race from 4-6 p.m. in the schools Field House.
The 2nd packet Pick up and race day registration will take place on race day Sunday starting at 7:30 a.m. (also in the Field House).
Late registrations will also be available on Saturday & Sunday. The race will begin at 9 a.m. on the Grayslake Central High Schools track.
The top 3 Male and 3 Female finishers overall will receive trophies.
Medals will be given for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group category.
Register early to get your preferred shirt size; shirt size not guaranteed after October 17th. Each registrant will also receive a drawstring bag.
PACKET PICKUP
Walk toward the field and track from the parking lot.
The Fieldhouse doors are on the left (glass foyer) as you approach the field.
The 1st Packet Pick up will take place on the Saturday before the race from 4-6 p.m. in the schools Field House.
The 2nd packet Pick up and race day registration will take place on race day Sunday starting at 7:30 a.m. (also in the Field House).
Late registrations will also be available on Saturday & Sunday. The race will begin at 9 a.m. on the Grayslake Central High Schools track.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.03 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 16th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$47.03
Participants should plan to line-up on the track behind the timing arch by 8:45 am, with the race start at 9 am. Runners and walkers will depart at the same time. Awards and raffles will start at 10:30 am in the Fieldhouse.
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400 N Lake St, Grayslake, 60030, IL, United States
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